Everest Cultural Trek

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Overview

The Everest Cultural Trek is an extraordinary journey that combines the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas with the rich cultural heritage of the Sherpa people. This trek is also perfect for those seeking a unique adventure that goes beyond just mountain views, offering an immersive experience into the local way of life. The trek begins with a thrilling flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a small mountain airstrip that serves as the gateway to the Everest region. From Lukla, the trail also winds through charming Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and lush valleys, providing a glimpse into the daily lives and traditions of the Sherpa community. One of the highlights of the Everest Cultural Trek is the visit to the legendary Namche Bazaar, a bustling market town and the unofficial capital of the Khumbu region. Here, trekkers can also explore colorful markets, interact with friendly locals, and learn about the Sherpa culture through traditional dances and music. As the journey continues, trekkers traverse through rhododendron forests, cross suspension bridges over roaring rivers, and pass through picturesque hamlets. Along the way, there are ample opportunities to interact with Sherpa families, visit monasteries, and gain insights into their spiritual beliefs and practices. Reaching Tengboche, trekkers are greeted by the magnificent Tengboche Monastery, the spiritual center of the region. The monastery offers breathtaking panoramic views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other snow-capped peaks. This serene and tranquil setting provides the perfect opportunity for reflection and appreciation of the natural and cultural wonders of the Everest region. The Everest Cultural Trek concludes with a hike to Everest View Hotel, known for its stunning vistas of Mount Everest. This vantage point allows trekkers to savor the majesty of the world's highest peak up close, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Conclusion and Summary

Overall, the Everest Cultural Trek is a remarkable adventure that combines the awe-inspiring beauty of the Himalayas with a deep immersion into the Sherpa culture. It is a journey that not only challenges your physical endurance but also nourishes your soul with the warmth and hospitality of the Sherpa people and the cultural riches of the Everest region.

Trip Highlights


  • Delightful short trek, which is one of the easiest options to visit the Everest region
  • Short and scenic flight to Lukla’s challenging yet beautiful airport; Tenzing Hillary airport
  • Glimpses of the world’s tallest peaks including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kusum Kanguru, and more
  • Explore the lush natural environs of Sagarmatha National Park, also the highest national park in the world
  • Have breakfast in one of the highest placed hotels in the world; Hotel Everest View
  • Mesmerizing view of Mt. Everest and the surrounding Himalayas while having breakfast & chilling at the hotel
  • Explore the stretch from Lukla to Phakding while crossing the epic & colorful Hillary suspension bridge
  • Full exploration of Namche Bazaar, the center point for trekkers, and climbers
  • Visit the historic Sherpa market and try the famous homemade yak cheese and butter
  • Go to century-old monasteries like Tengboche (the largest monastery), Khumjung Monastery (with Yeti Scalp)
  • Visit ethnic and unexplored villages like Thame, Khumjung, Monjo, Syangboche
  • Explore the historic Khumjung Hillary School at Khumjung
  • Celebrate the trip completion at one of the highest pubs in Namche
  • Delve into the lifestyle and traditional and cultural celebration of local Sherpas
  • Enjoy Wildlife Activities during Sagarmatha National park visit including Himalayan Tahr, Deer and Soon.
  • Perfect for the one with limited travel and the beginner who haven’t walked higher elevations

Itinerary


Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) takes about 35 minutes.

Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) takes about 35 minutes. Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640 m.) takes approximately three hours. You begin your trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance on the opposite bank is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a valley to your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.) Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 02: Full day sightseeing tour at Kathmandu City.

After your breakfast we’ll begin our sightseeing tour to the foremost historical and religious attractions in Kathmandu natural depression, together with Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambunath (Monkey Temple) and Buddhanath Stupa, one in every of the big Stupas within the world, overnight at hotel.

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1400m

Day 03: Flight to Lukla (2810m) Trekking to Phakding (2640m) 3-4 hours

After having breakfast, scenic fly from Kathmandu to Lukla. From Lukla the trail continues to Phakding that takes 3-4 hours, on the path unit Mani stone walls, factory-made from many stone tablets and massive graven boulders, brilliantly embellished with brightly-colored paints will seen. Throughout this era you may explore fabulous views of Mt Nupla(5885m), Kusum Kangaru(6367m) and thus the Mount Kwangde vary.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
  • 2640m

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 5- 6 hours

Today, the trail follows the Sherpa villages and splendid forests by crossing through the Dudh Koshi depression. Their ability to climb such hills with monumental tons is all technique, and following them permits you to be told the rhythm that produces every ascent appear straightforward. On the way, one can explore superb views of Kusum Kangru (6369m), Thamserku (6608m), Mount Everest (8848m) and Nuptse (7879 m). Overnight hotel in Namche.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
  • 3440m

Day 05: Rest day in Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Today you’ll be free in Namche Bazaar; an unimaginable village that’s that the commercial hub of the Khumbu. You’ll visit stunning market, Sherpa village and in the end fancy with the wonderful views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Kwangde and different many peaks.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
  • 3440m

Day 06:Trek to Thame (3800m) 5 hours.

Today is a pleasant and short day for the trek to Thame which is that the next gate for the people that to do the trade and Business. The trail goes up to the Nangpo Drangpo natural depression. You continue higher than the watercourse, the Bhote Khosi, on a contouring path through fine shrub forest. Thame is extremely standard for the climber as a coaching spots.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
  • 3800m

Day 07: Trek to Khumjung (3790m) 4-5 hours.

Today our trail goes through downhill to the Bhote Kosi natural depression towards Namche and branch off to follow a quiet path to Khumjung. Khumjung is a charming village that conjointly has its own gompa at the highest finish of city by offering wonderful views of Thamserku, Kantega and Ama Dablam.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
  • 3790m

Day 08: Trek to Tyangboche (3867m) 5 hours.

Today goes through passing the little settlement of Sanasa from wherever the path drops towards Phunki Thanga (3250m). Then the path climbs steeply up through forests and around Mani stones because it follows the aspect of a hill to the saddle on which the monastery of Tengboche. The views from here are one among the worlds most opulent.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
  • 3867m

Day 09: Trek from Tyangboche to Monjo (2835m) via Shanasa (3670m). (6-7hrs)

In the morning you will visit to the Tyangboche monastery and the nearby museum. In the afternoon you retrace your steps downhill through the beautiful forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Phunkitenga. After you cross the Dudh Koshi, you ascend steeply to Trashinga. From here the trail contours high above the valley to Shanasa. The villages of Kunde and Khumjung are only a short trek off the main trail and are well- worth visiting. Khumjung has a beautiful monastery and Kunde has a small hospital run by late Sir Edmund Hillary’s Himalayan Trust and you will return to Namche via this route. The walk also heads past the Everest View Hotel and the Syangboche airstrip before dropping into Namche where you take lunch. In the afternoon you descend steeply and then walk along the river bank back to Jorsale where you leave the national park before continuing to Monjo.Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 10: Trek from Monjo (2886m) to Lukla (2,850m) 4hrs

You re-trace your steps along the Dudh Koshi, crossing the western bank at Benkar. It is a beautiful and easy walk through blue pine and rhododendron forest, back-dropped with views of Kusum Kangaru. An early lunch at Phakding and in the afternoon you ascend out of the river valley back to the airstrip. In the evening, a farewell dinner may be followed by a few celebratory drinks and dancing with Sherpa companions. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu or Ramechap (1400m / 4,593ft) from Lukla (2,850m / 9,350ft)

This is the last of your trek; after having breakfast, you will be flying back to Kathmandu. The 40-minute flight back to Kathmandu will indeed be a relaxing one. It will provide you some time to appreciate your achievement and fall back on your memories. After arriving in Kathmandu, we will head to our hotels respectively. How you spend the rest of the day is entirely up to you.

Accommodation: at a 3 star Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Place: Kathmandu
Maximum Altitude: 1400M

Day 12: Final Departure and Farewell Dinner (Drive to the Airport to head back to that special place we call home). 

Friendship World Treks will be organizing a farewell dinner on this day. You will also be receiving successful trek certificates. It would also serve as an opportunity to let Friendship World Treks know what you loved about the trek, what you hated, and how the experience could have been richer.

On your final day in Nepal, a representative of Friendship World Treks will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. Your pick-up time from the hotel will depend on when your flight is scheduled to depart so be sure to make note of the time and be prepared to leave.

Price Includes


  • All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private car
  • Trekking guide
  • Porters (1 porter for each 2 participants to carry 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including fresh fruits, 3 times tea/coffee every day and drinking water
  • Accommodation in lodges during the trek
  • Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags and trekking sticks if required
  • Entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park
  • Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card
  • Flight ticket from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Insurance and equipments for the guide and porters
  • First aid kit
  • Rescue assistance (Should any emergency arise during your trek, we will    provide prompt and professional rescue and medical services. For this, it would be better to have your own travel insurance that can cover helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost incase required.)
  • One farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
  • Souvenir (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.)

Price Excludes


  • Personal nature expenses
  • Drinks, beverages, hot shower, etc.
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips
  • Entrance fees while sightseeing
  • Meals & hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
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